Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 14.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,375 |
| 2 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,315 |
| 3 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,275 |
| 6 Thara APMC | ₹8,253 |
| 7 Kalol APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,237 |
| 9 Patan APMC | ₹8,225 |
| 10 Deesa APMC | ₹8,225 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹8,220 |
| 12 Dhanera APMC | ₹8,205 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹170 (2.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC ranged between ₹6,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,835. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,900 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,700 | ₹7,562 | ₹7,631 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,650 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,425 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,425 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,475 | ₹6,425 | ₹6,450 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,425 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,524 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Jun | ₹6,680 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,640 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,555 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,527 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Castor Seed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.